Redmi K90 Max vs Redmi Note 12S
The Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 74/100 vs 48/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,803,420 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 227g).
Redmi K90 Max
Redmi Note 12S
- Higher AnTuTu: 3803420 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 227g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Redmi K90 Max vs the Redmi Note 12S, the Redmi K90 Max scores 26 points higher (74/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (78/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (72/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K90 Max | Redmi Note 12S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | 3803420 | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 678 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1895 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8550 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 176 g | |
| Launch price | $504 | — |
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi K90 Max and Redmi Note 12S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Redmi Note 12S by 671.1% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12S
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (95/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (78/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (72/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 26 points (74/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K90 Max and the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi K90 Max has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Redmi Note 12S — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 Max or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K90 Max over the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for everyday use.